Description
This Flourless Almond Date Cake is a moist, rich, and naturally sweet dessert that combines the nutty warmth of almond flour with the deep caramel flavor of softened dates. Perfectly gluten-free and made without refined flour, this cake is a wholesome treat that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply want a better-for-you indulgence, this recipe delivers a delightful texture, subtle spice, and beautiful presentation. It’s an ideal choice for health-conscious bakers, and pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, or fresh fruit. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and under 45 minutes from start to finish, this almond date cake is bound to become your new go-to dessert. Bonus? It’s freezer-friendly and adaptable for vegan and low-sugar lifestyles.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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200g (1 cup) pitted dates, chopped
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120ml (½ cup) water
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100g (½ cup) unsalted butter
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150g (1 cup) almond flour
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2 large eggs
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100g (½ cup) brown sugar, packed
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of salt
Optional Glaze:
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100g (¾ cup) powdered sugar
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1–2 tbsp water or cream
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
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In a small saucepan, combine chopped dates and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates are softened (about 5–7 minutes). Mash them into a thick paste.
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In a large bowl, melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly. Add the date paste, almond flour, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon (if using), and salt. Stir until just combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
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Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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(Optional) For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, water or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled almond date cake before serving.
Notes
To make this recipe vegan, replace eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 5 tbsp water). For a sugar-free almond date cake, substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar or monk fruit sweetener. You can also add orange zest or cardamom for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Almond Date Cake Gluten-Free Almond Cake, Date and Almond Cake, Flourless Cake, Almond Flour Recipes, Healthy Date Cake, Naturally Sweetened Cake